Sigma 880 Betriebshandbuch

1.5TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSWeight of exposure deviceDelta 52lb (24kg), Sigma 52lb (24kg)Elite 42lb (19kg).Weight of depleted Uranium shieldDelta 34lb

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS1.6Prior to the initial use of the exposure device as a shipping container, the user must registerwith the Transportation Cert

2.1OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSQCP385 issue 2Job site safety precautionsInstrumentsThe radiographer and his assistant must at all times wear a film badge or

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.2STEP 1STEP 2It is essential that the 5 STEPS set out below are followedin the correct order to ensure safe operation and comp

2.3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSTEP 21243Connecting the source guide tube(s)Simultaneously pull and rotate thespring-loaded outlet port cover a quarter ofa

STEP 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.4STEP 2WARNINGEnsure that the available length of the control cable is greater than the total lengthof the source guide

2.5OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSTEP 3123Connecting the remote control cableUnlock the plunger lock withthe key.Turn the selector ringfrom LOCK to CONNECT.Th

STEP 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.64567Connecting the remote control cableInsert the protective cover into the lock housingduring use of the device.Check

2.7OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSTEP 389Connecting the remote control cableClose the jaws of the control cable connectorover the joined connectors.Slide the

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.8STEP 41243Projecting and retracting the source assemblyUnlockingIf engaged, unlock the exposure device'splunger lock wit

ADDENDUM SHEETFor Model 880 MAN-027 (December 2005 Revision)This following provides information on the Model 880 OMEGA radiographic exposuredevice and

STEP 42.9OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSProjectingRapidly rotate the control crank handle in the EXPOSE direction (counter-clockwise) to movethe source assembl

STEP 4OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.10RetractingAt the end of the required exposure time, set the brake to OFF and rapidly turnthe crank handle in the RETRA

STEP 52.11OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSDismantling equipmentRemote control unitUnlock the exposure device and then rotate the selector ring from LOCK to CONN

3.1DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONSIntroductionThe QSA Global, Inc. Model 880 Delta, Sigma and Elite radiographic exposuredevices provide innovation to

DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS3.2Sealed source Flexible leader Stop ballSource assemblyconnectorControl cableconnectorControl cableFigure 3.1 Source a

3.3DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONSFigure 3.2 Source assembly in fully shielded position of radiographic exposure deviceSealed sourceSource assemblyShie

DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS3.4Figure 3.3 Sealed source in transit modeSealed sourceSource assemblyShieldExposure deviceLockingmechanismOutlet port

3.5DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONSFigure 3.4 Sealed source in the exposure modeSealed sourceSource assemblyShieldExposure deviceLockingmechanismOutlet

DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS3.6Daily inspection of the systemA daily inspection of the gamma radiography system for obvious defects is essential.The

3.7DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS2 Inspect each length of source guide tube that will be used for cuts, inward dents andheat damage. The inspection is

DANGER - IMPORTANT WARNINGSiThe system must be operated only by trained and qualified radiographers who haveread and understand this Operating Manual

DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS3.81 Remote control inspection: Uncoil the remote controls at the site. Inspect the controlcrank to assure all screws are

3.9DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONSBall diameter 1 2 Ball shank3 Female slot widthConnector 4gap widthCheck for freedom of movement of the control cabl

4.1MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSQCP386 issue 2Quarterly (routine) and annual (complete) maintenance requirementsRadiographic exposure devices and associate

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.2maintenance, the exposure device must be withdrawn from service until repairs areaccomplished and the results of subsequent

4.3MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSAnnual maintenance requirementsRadiographic exposure devices used under normal environmental conditions should onlyrequire

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.42 Prepare a Model 518 wipe test swab according to the instruction sheet. Fill in all requiredinformation for the on the lea

4.5MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSAnnual maintenance for the Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigmaand Model 880 Elite exposure devicesTools required for Model 880

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.6Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Eliteannual maintenance requirementsModel 880 Delta, Sigma and Elite exposur

4.7MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS5 Begin assembly of the locking mechanism by lightly coating all components withMIL-G-23827B or C, MIL-PRF-23827C grease. T

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.8Rotate the selector mechanism back to the OPERATE position and push in the lock slide toensure smooth operation and positiv

CONTENTSii1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 - 1.62 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 - 2.113 DAILY INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 - 3.94 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4

4.9MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSInstall new compression springs and assemble the outlet port mechanism. Apply Vibratite™thread sealant to the socket head c

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.10Annual maintenance for the remote controlsTools required for complete maintenance of Models 692, 693, 664 remote controls,

4.11MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS7 Perform the following inspections of the control cable.Use the Model 550 NO GO gauge to inspect the control cable connec

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.12Clean the interior of both remote control conduits by pouring 4-5oz (100ml) of cleansolvent into one end. Use compressed a

4.13MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSPlace the drive wheel in the lower half of the control crank housing making sure the spacerrings are between it and the wh

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.14Quarterly and annual maintenance for source guide tubesTools required for maintenance of source guide tubes:GA424-9XL mock

4.15MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSMisconnect test after reloading sealed source into the exposure deviceAfter performing the annual maintenance, the complet

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS4.16Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Elite safety class A componentsSafety Class A designation itemsItems that c

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSREAR PLATE ASSEMBLY

21 345 67891011121314171815161920DOUBLESTACKEDAPPLYTHREADLOCKAPPLYTHREADLOCKREAR PLATE ASSEMBLYITEM PART NUMBER QTY. DESCRIPTION1 88014 1 LOCK COVER A

iii13.3in338mm7.5in191mm9in229mm880 Delta 150Ci (5.55TBq)Maximum package weightWith jacket 52lb (24kg)Without jacket 46lb (21kg)880 Elite 50C

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSFRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY

2 3461112131910657 8EQUALPROTRUSIONAPPLYTHREADLOCKAPPLYTHREADLOCKFRONT PLATE ASSEMBLYITEM PART NUMBER QTY. DESCRIPTION1 88033 1 PORT COVER (SET SCREW

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSCONTROL ASSEMBLIESSOURCE GUIDE TUBES

312451112131471520222511821181967923 241016191817CONTROL ASSEMBLIESITEM PART NUMBER QTY. DESCRIPTION1 SCR125 4 15/8in BIND HEAD SCREW2 SCR008 4 11/4in

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5.1SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONSThe sample transportation regulations in section 5 are specificto the USA only. As stated in section 5.1 you shou

SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS5.2Part A - Transport packageThe Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Elite are approved as radiographicex

5.3SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS3c If the source is not Special Form, you must make a contamination wipe test of theexterior surface of the packa

SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS5.43 Prior to shipment assure the package and its contents meet the following requirements:GThe contents are authori

5.5SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS8 Properly complete two shipping labels indicating the contents (Iridium-192, Cobalt-60, etc.),the activity of th

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS1.1Titanium ‘S’ tubeSource assemblyPlunger lockLocking mechanismRemotecontrolconnectorOutlet portGuide tubeconnectorDepleted U

SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS5.6j Shipper's certification: ‘This is to certify that the above named materials are properlyclassified, descri

5.7SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONSPart D - Shipment of empty Uranium shielded containers1 Assure that the package does not contain a radioactive so

SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS5.8‘This Package Conforms to the Conditions and Limitations Specified in 49CFR173.426for Radioactive Material, Excep

5.9SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONSiv. Activity of the uranium in Becquerels or other appropriate multiples of Becquerels.NOTE: Number of Ci x 37 =

SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS5.10viii. The 24-hour emergency number required by Step 6bx of this part, must appear inthe ‘Additional Handling Inf

5.11SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONSa Air waybill number: Enter the number of the air waybill to which the declaration formwill be attached. (This m

SAMPLE TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS5.12Radioactive material transport checklistDate __________________________________Operator ________________________

6.1DEFINITIONS AND TERMSArea alarmAn area radiation level monitor that provides a highly visual warning when the radiationlevel exceeds a pre-set thre

DEFINITIONS AND TERMS6.2Exposure device (container)Radiographic exposure devices are used to remotely project the radiation source to apredetermined e

6.3DEFINITIONS AND TERMSSecured position (shielded position)Condition of the radiographic exposure device and source assembly, when the sealed sourcei

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS1.2ApplicationsThe Model 880 devices are used for industrial applications of gamma radiography, mainlywith Iridium-192, to ins

7.1EMERGENCIES AND PERSONNEL SAFETYEmergenciesDuring the termination of a radiographic exposure, observation of the survey meterprovides an indication

EMERGENCIES AND PERSONNEL SAFETY7.2Access to restricted areasThe site where radiography is performed must be separated from other work areas by asmuch

8.1INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSALBy international regulations, radioactive materials that are no longer required must betransferred to a licensed recipient

1.3TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSSource outputAt 1m per Ci (37GBq) At 1ft per Ci (37GBq)Ytterbium-169 0.125R/hr 1.25mSv/hr 1.3R/hr/Ci 13.0mSv/hrSelenium-75

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS1.4Control specificationsComplete remote control assembliesProduct code Model number Control cable length Unit weightTAN66425